University of Dundee Strategy themes
We will develop the following priority academic themes to provide focus and concentrate our impact on those areas where we can make the most difference.
- Population health and wealth
- Climate action and net zero
- Equity and inclusion
Investigating these themes in our curricula will ensure that our students will be active global citizens attuned to social needs from the local to the global as well as the ways in which these are interconnected.
You can view selected case studies from these themes below.
Population health and wealth
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Dental programme continues to shine after two decades
University of Dundee stakeholders in a nationwide oral health initiative have plenty to smile about as they celebrate 20 years of improving children’s teeth.
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Dentists have role to play in preventing drug-related harms
Dental professionals can help reduce harms associated with drug use, according to a University of Dundee researcher who headed up a Scottish Government-funded project to help improve the oral health of people who use drugs.
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University identifies pre-clinical candidate in battle against tuberculosis
University of Dundee researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the global effort to combat tuberculosis.
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Nursing fair to promote opportunities for next generation of healthcare workers
Scottish students and graduates can take the next steps in their healthcare careers when the University of Dundee hosts one of the sector’s largest employment events.
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Dietary fibre should be classed “essential nutrient” for good health
Dietary fibre should be considered an essential nutrient for overall human health, new University of Dundee-backed research has concluded.
Climate action and net zero
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Dundee expertise influencing global energy governance
Politicians and officials from Ghana have visited the University of Dundee to learn how its globally renowned expertise in energy law and policy can help their country make the most of its vast natural resources.
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More fatal floods caused by melting glaciers are on the way, warn experts
Dangerous floods caused by meltwater from glaciers are happening far more often than initially thought, new research has revealed.
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Need to rekindle spirit of Glasgow COP, says head of new sustainability institute
The era of “COP tourism” must end and concerted efforts made to address climate change, the head of a new Scottish environmental centre has demanded.
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International water experts meet in Scotland to celebrate 20-year anniversary of UK’s only UNESCO water centre
International water experts from four continents met in Scotland to mark the 20th Anniversary of the UK’s only UNESCO Category 2 Centre for Water Law, Policy & Science (CWLPS), on Thursday 24 April, at Discovery Point
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Dundee academics and PhD students in new Scottish climate science podcast
Dundee academics and PhD students feature in a new podcast produced by the Scottish Alliance for Geoscience, Environment, and Society (SAGES)
Equity and inclusion
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Dentists have role to play in preventing drug-related harms
Dental professionals can help reduce harms associated with drug use, according to a University of Dundee researcher who headed up a Scottish Government-funded project to help improve the oral health of people who use drugs.
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New report to shape use of Assistive Technology for learners
University of Dundee academics have undertaken research for the UK Government that seeks to improve learning opportunities for people with special educational needs and disabilities.
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Scottish event highlights support for academics at risk
The University of Dundee welcomed students and academics from across Europe in a show of support for academics experiencing imprisonment or oppression for their work.
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Professor David and Dr Agnes Dow: A lifetime dedicated to enabling student success
The enduring legacy of the Dows continues to shape the future of generations of medical and dental professionals at the University of Dundee
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Dow Memorial Trust: Innovative Education
Enabling students and researchers to work and learn in world-class learning environments